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Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow:
I heard M. Hamel say to me, “I won’t scold you, little Franz: you must feel bad enough, see how it is! Every day we have said to ourselves, Bah! I’ve plenty of time. I’ll learn it tomorrow. And now you see where we’ve come out. Ah, that’s the great trouble with Alsace; she puts off learning till tomorrow. Now those fellows out there will have the right to say to you, ‘How is it; you pretend to be Frenchmen, and yet you can neither speak nor write your own language?’ But, you are not the worst, poor little Franz. We’ve all a great deal to reproach ourselves with.”
Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow:
I heard M. Hamel say to me, “I won’t scold you, little Franz: you must feel bad enough, see how it is! Every day we have said to ourselves, Bah! I’ve plenty of time. I’ll learn it tomorrow. And now you see where we’ve come out. Ah, that’s the great trouble with Alsace; she puts off learning till tomorrow. Now those fellows out there will have the right to say to you, ‘How is it; you pretend to be Frenchmen, and yet you can neither speak nor write your own language?’ But, you are not the worst, poor little Franz. We’ve all a great deal to reproach ourselves with.”
Question: 1
‘And now you see where we’ve come out.’
The tone of M. Hamel in the above line is that of:
‘And now you see where we’ve come out.’
The tone of M. Hamel in the above line is that of:
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To determine the tone of a speaker, analyze their word choice, emotions, and attitude in the given context. Check whether it reflects kindness, regret, happiness, or enthusiasm.
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- Kindness
- Happiness
- Regret
- Enthusiasm
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
M. Hamel’s tone reflects regret for postponing learning their language and the consequences of such neglect.
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Question: 2
Select the option that conveys the meaning of ‘reproach’ as reflected in the above line:
Select the option that conveys the meaning of ‘reproach’ as reflected in the above line:
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To understand the meaning of a word like 'reproach' in context, focus on the overall sentiment and how the word fits into the broader meaning of the sentence.
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- The player received a reprimand for breach of rules.
- The students approached the management with a demand for a new canteen.
- The clerk received a letter of appreciation for his innovative ideas.
- She could not find a way to broach the subject with her boss.
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The term ‘reproach’ indicates a sense of blame or criticism.
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Question: 3
State whether the following statement is True or False with reference to the extract:
M. Hamel endorses the belief that there is plenty of time to learn their language.
State whether the following statement is True or False with reference to the extract:
M. Hamel endorses the belief that there is plenty of time to learn their language.
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For true/false questions, locate specific evidence in the text that directly supports or contradicts the statement. Carefully analyze any implied meanings to avoid confusion.
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Solution and Explanation
M. Hamel does not endorse the belief that there is plenty of time to learn the language; instead, he regrets the procrastination
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Question: 4
Complete the sentence appropriately:
‘You must feel bad enough.’ Through these words, M. Hamel urges the people .................
Complete the sentence appropriately:
‘You must feel bad enough.’ Through these words, M. Hamel urges the people .................
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When completing a sentence, consider the main idea being emphasized in the passage and how the words reflect the author's or speaker's intention or advice.
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M. Hamel urges the people to take responsibility and act before it’s too late.
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Question: 5
Identify the line from the text that reinforces the theme of patriotism in the story.
Identify the line from the text that reinforces the theme of patriotism in the story.
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For thematic questions, identify key phrases or lines that strongly connect to the central theme, such as patriotism, self-awareness, or responsibility, as highlighted in the story.
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“How is it; you pretend to be Frenchmen, and yet you can neither speak nor write your own language?”
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Question: 6
She puts off learning till tomorrow. The phrase ‘puts off’ suggests ...................
She puts off learning till tomorrow. The phrase ‘puts off’ suggests ...................
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To interpret a phrase like 'puts off,' focus on its idiomatic meaning within the sentence and what it suggests about the character's actions or mindset in the context.
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The phrase ‘puts off’ suggests procrastination or delaying action.
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